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Lara's work combines: Education, Business, and Working with Others
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Lakewood High School
Bachelor's Degree
Psychology, General
Ohio University-Main Campus
Graduate Degree
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Ohio University-Main Campus
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: Psychology, General
Graduate Degree: Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
Knew I was going to attend college.
2.
Changing majors IN college..deciding on a love for psychology.
3.
Attending graduate school in educational psychology and counseling.
4.
Getting my first job as a school counselor in an elementary school.
5.
Moving to Colorado and Texas, becoming a mental health therapist for teenagers and their families.
6.
Counseling in high schools and becoming passionate about college and career readiness.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
People in education don't make any money. That college might not be a good fit for you.
How I responded:
Sometimes knowing what you want to do is something you have to stick to; not everyone knows what is best for you and unfortunately, they let a lot negativity come out in their "opinions". Be strong in your language about what your passion is, and you don't have to always please others. Also, career paths are very organic nowadays. Becoming an expert in your field takes time, dedication, and and you can make a great salary even in a field that traditionally is not very high-paying.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I definitely struggled to fund part of my education and had moments where I did not always believe I could finish. I also struggled financially living in expensive cities, working many hours, and making what felt like a low salary.